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Ethiopian Runner Wins Abuja Half Marathon As Nigeria’s Gang James Finishes Second
Ethiopian Runner Wins Abuja Half Marathon As Nigeria’s Gang James Finishes Second
Ethiopia’s Gemechu Tolosa Daba emerged winner of the men’s elite race at the third PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon, finishing ahead of Nigeria’s Gang James.
Tolosa crossed the finish line in 1:01:56 to claim first place in the 21km race, while James finished second in 1:01:58, giving Nigeria a podium finish at the international competition.
Kenya’s Lampard Kingoo took third position in 1:01:59, while compatriot Enos Kipruto finished fourth in 1:02:06.
Uganda’s Julius Ochieng completed the top five with a time of 1:02:27.
The result highlighted the strong international competition at the third edition of the Abuja City International Half Marathon, which attracted elite runners from several African countries.
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The race, sponsored by PremiumTrust Bank and organised by Nilayo Sports Management, is part of efforts to promote athletics, encourage healthy living and strengthen Abuja’s profile as a destination for international road-running events.
